News: Ayush Minister inaugurated the Chintan Shivir on the completion of 25 years of the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) in New Delhi. About National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) It is an apex body to coordinate with all matters relating to Medicinal Plants and Support Policies and Programs for growth of trade, export, conservation and… Continue reading National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB)
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BIOFACH 2026
News: India has been designated as the ‘Country of the Year’ at BIOFACH 2026. About BIOFACH 2026 About: It is the world’s leading trade fair for organic products held on 10 February 2026. Note: BIOFACH Germany is the world’s largest and most influential exhibition dedicated exclusively to organic food and agriculture. Held at: Nuremberg, Germany… Continue reading BIOFACH 2026
India and UK Sign Social Security Agreement for Temporary Employees
News: India signed an Agreement on Social Security relating to Social Security Contributions with the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland in New Delhi. About the agreement Signed between: India and UK Aim: To facilitate greater mobility of professionals and workers between India and the United Kingdom. The agreement seeks to avoid double social security contributions… Continue reading India and UK Sign Social Security Agreement for Temporary Employees
Wajid Ali Shah
News: According to a biography written by Wajid Ali Shah’s great-grandson, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah was not formally exiled to Calcutta. Instead, he went there intending to travel to London to present a petition, but when his departure was prevented, he remained in the city. About Wajid Ali Shah Wajid Ali Shah was born on… Continue reading Wajid Ali Shah
Blyth’s tragopan
News: Blyth’s tragopan is an indicator species for some of Asia’s most biodiverse and least-explored mountain ecosystems. About Blyth’s Tragopan Blyth’s tragopan is a rare and colourful mountain ground-dwelling pheasant. Family: Phasianidae Scientific name: Tragopan blythii Habitat: It lives in montane broadleaf forests, rhododendron forests, bamboo thickets, and dense undergrowth. It prefers moist, cool mountain… Continue reading Blyth’s tragopan
‘Vayu Shakti 2026’ Exercise
News: The Indian Air Force will conduct a major firepower exercise called Exercise Vayu Shakti at the Pokaran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. About ‘Vayu Shakti 2026’ Exercise It is a major air combat exercise by Indian Air Force, modelled after Operation Sindoor. Location: The exercise will take place at the Pokaran Field Firing Range,… Continue reading ‘Vayu Shakti 2026’ Exercise
Revised Startup Recognition Framework
News: India has notified a revised recognition framework and eligibility criteria for recognising entities as startups. About Revised Startup Recognition Framework The Revised Startup Recognition Framework aimed at strengthening the country’s innovation ecosystem and expanding support for emerging deep-technology ventures, long-term R&D-driven enterprises, and innovation-led cooperative institutions. Key revisions to the startup recognition criteria include:… Continue reading Revised Startup Recognition Framework
Anthropic AI Workplace Suite
News: Global technology stocks declined sharply after Anthropic launched its AI-powered workplace automation suite. It raised concerns that AI may replace, rather than support, traditional software and IT services. About Anthropic AI Workplace Suite It is a set of autonomous, AI agent-based tools for enterprise automation. Developed by: Anthropic The suite operates through Claude Cowork… Continue reading Anthropic AI Workplace Suite
BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC)
News: India has joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) to provide integrated support services to manufacturing companies and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across BRICS countries. About BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) It was initiated in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). Note: UNIDO is a specialized United Nations… Continue reading BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC)
Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary
News: Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary has recorded more than five lakh birds from over 200 species in its latest census, showing a significant 21% increase from 4.12 lakh in 2024. About Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary Location: Located to the west of Ahmedabad near Sanand village, Gujarat. It is a natural lake with shallow waters and muddy lagoons, dotted… Continue reading Nalsarovar Bird sanctuary
